Basic Swedish Phrases
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This lesson will be a collection of useful phrases you may uses in Sweden. Those phrases are used in the daily Swedish life and you may hear them in everyday conversation. Some words are very similar to English version in pronounciation. We will start with the daily useful Swedish phrases and words. Have a look at the explanation tip, it will help you remember them in a detailed and fun way.
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Word | Explanation |
Hej! | What must come into your mind with hej must be hey right? Well you're perfectly right, this is exactly how Swedes greet each other. It is used for all purpsose, for example walking in a shop. |
Hej då! | Hej då! is also extremely used because it means goodbye. Remember that with goodbye, in Swedish you just add då! |
Tack! | Tick! Tack! |
Fika! | Fika is the favorite tradition as it is their coffee break. You will hear this word mostly in winter time. One important thing is to not get this confused with pocket which is ficka. |
Ursäkta | This words stands for 'sorry'. Mostly used for when you are in a hurry, for example running to catch the metro. URSHEKTAA! |
Skål! | This word mean cheers, used when you toast with friends or family with a glass or beer and whatever you're drinking. |
välkommen! | Welcome ! |
ha en bra dag! | Have a good day! |
ja | Yes |
nej | No |
Swedes have a similar and own unique way of expressing themselves. The Swedish words used for greetings are the first words used in each Swedish dialogues just like in English, therefore it is important that you remember as much as you can.
Below will be words and questions that Swedes often use in their daily life. The vocabulary below can also be related as Swedish daily life vocabulary, basically words and sentences that are mostly informal but can also be used for formal purposes. This vocabulary is very basic but extremely useful as it will allow you to know and use the Swedish daily vocabulary which will make you feel like a Swede.
Swedish Phrase | English phrase |
Något nytt på gång? | What's new? |
Jag har saknat dig! | I missed you so much! |
Kan du hjälpa mig? | can you help me? |
Hur mycket kostar detta/den här/det här? | How much is this? |
Sverige är ett underbart land | Sweden is a wonderful country |
Jag måste gå | I have to go |
Grattis på födelsedagen! | Happy birthday! |
Grattis! | Congratulations! |
Smaklig måltid! | Enjoy! (for meals...) |
Prosit! | Bless you (when sneezing) |
Vad heter det på Svenska? | What's That Called In Swedish? |
Jag är Hungrig/Törstig | I'm hungry/ thirsty. |
Vad är klockan? | What time is it? |
Verkligen! | Really! |
Gillar du den? | Do you like it? |
Above is a collection of Swedish sentences and words that Swedes often use in their daily life. As a foreigner, it is inevitable that you won't speak any Swedish. Knowing basic and daily Swedish will help in holding conversation with Swedes and can often help you get around without any struggles.
Note ! If you are trying to fit in with the Swedes, the language is very important, it is a great step for first impression and showing respect.
Fika? what is it? Fika is the Swedish popular coffee break, it is important in the Swedish daily life, Swedes go to fika at least 3 time per day. Asking someone for fika is a great informal way of meeting without pressure. Have a look at how you can ask a Swede to fika!
We really hope you have enjoyed the lesson and that now you know more basic Swedish vocabulary. Why not go and check out the rest of the lesson? See you soon!
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